The duo strutted in traditional ensembles at the fifteenth Mijwan showcase in Mumbai, turning heads ahead of their upcoming film Love & War.
Alia Bhatt turned heads in an ivory lace saree on the Mumbai runway on September 26, sharing the spotlight with Vicky Kaushal at Manish Malhotra’s latest Mijwan showcase. The event, the fifteenth under the Mijwan banner, blended high‑glamour with the cause‑driven ethos of the Mijwan Welfare Society.
Bhatt’s look featured delicate embroidery, scalloped borders and a cascade of sequins that caught the lights. She paired the traditional drape with a silver set of polki‑stone jewellery – a necklace, earrings and a maang tikka – that added a regal sheen. Her hair was sleek, the vibe elegant without trying too hard.
Kaushal countered in a navy‑blue and white ensemble, his long jacket embroidered with floral motifs over a crisp white base. Matching juttis completed the look, giving him a contemporary yet rooted vibe. The two exchanged smiles on the catwalk, their chemistry becoming an instant talking point among fashion watchers.
The night was peppered with industry heavyweights: Shabana Azmi, Boney Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, Shalini Passi, Sonali Bendre and Khushi Kapoor were among the guests. Their presence underscored the event’s blend of star power and social purpose.
Manish Malhotra, a long‑time collaborator with the Mijwan Welfare Society, used the platform to showcase artisans’ handi‑work, especially the chikankari embroidery that the society promotes among rural women. By marrying couture silhouettes with traditional stitch work, he continues to push the narrative that Indian craft can sit comfortably on global runways.
Beyond the glitter, the show served as a promotional springboard for Bhatt and Kaushal’s next cinematic outing. Both actors are slated to appear in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s period drama Love & War, which also stars Ranbir Kapoor and is slated for a January 21, 2027 release. Their runway appearance has already fed the film’s early buzz.
Fans took to social media to celebrate the duo’s looks, flooding Instagram with hashtags that mixed fashion and film anticipation. While the event was a celebration of style, it also reminded audiences of the charitable roots that Mijwan represents – empowering women artisans through sustainable fashion.
The next wave of Mijwan events is expected to roll out in smaller towns, taking the spotlight back to the very communities that inspire the designs. For now, the Mumbai showcase has set a high bar, both aesthetically and philanthropically, as the industry eyes the upcoming holiday season.
Keep an eye on Love & War trailers dropping in the next few weeks – the runway chemistry may just translate into on‑screen magic.
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